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Venture Pond

Details unconfirmedPond · Springfield, MA
Right now

An 8-acre spring-fed pond in Sixteen Acres, tucked out of sight of Wilbraham Road and Plumtree Road, popular for fishing largemouth bass and bluegill and for kayaking, with a wood-chip walking trail around the water.

What to expect

Entry fee
Free
Dogs
Springfield requires dogs to be leashed whenever off the owner's property, including in every city park. Posted signs at the site take precedence.
Fish
Allowed unconfirmed
Kayak
Allowed unconfirmed
Managed by
Springfield Parks, Buildings & Recreation Management, with the Campus Neighbors of Springfield community partner 413-787-6440 · Website

Common questions

Is there an entry fee at Venture Pond?
No, entry is free.
Can I bring my dog to Venture Pond?
Springfield requires dogs to be leashed whenever off the owner's property, including in every city park. Posted signs at the site take precedence.

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BetaSome details here are unconfirmed (hours, parking, accessibility-attempted). Details are sourced from public agency data and can change through the season. Confirm locally before you go. Updated 2026-09-13.